Business Development Manager Collaborative Robotics

Auburn Hills, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 1 - 7762

Posted on: 02-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At ABB we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here progress is an expectation - for you your team and the world. As a global market leader well give you what you need to make it happen. It wont always be easy growing takes grit. But at ABB youll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABBs Robotics business a leading global robotics company. Were entering an exciting new chapter as weve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI robotics and next-generation computing. By joining us now youll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of roboticsworking alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Collaborative Robots Business Manager

ABB Robotics is seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Development Managerto drive the growth of our collaborative robotics product offerings within the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sector and broader robotics ecosystem. You will be responsible for developing strategic partnerships creating new business opportunities and expanding ABB Robotics leadership in the collaborative robotics market.

Your role and responsibilities

Identify evaluate and develop new business opportunities for ABBs collaborative robot products with ecosystem partners.
Expand ABBs cobot ecosystem by identifying and building partnerships with key technology providers and software developers.
Build and nurture relationships with potential and existing OEM partners.
Identify new verticals and applications for ABBs cobot products and work with the product and marketing teams to expand market reach.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering Mechatronics Business or related field.
8 years of experience in sales or business development withinindustrial automation robotics or collaborative robotics.
Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM tools to manage a sales pipeline.
Strong understanding of cobot applications (e.g. machine tending palletizing pick-and-place screwdriving welding assembly is preferred.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to communicate value-based selling strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences is preferred.
Willingness to travel up to 50% within the U.S.

We empower you to take the lead share bold ideas and shape real outcomes. Youll grow through hands-on experience mentorship and learning that fits your goals. Here your work doesnt just matter it moves things forward.

Whats in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to workyour ideas your energy your ambition. Youll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills shape your path and take on challenges that matter. Here your work creates impact you can see and feel every day.

More About Us

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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health Life & Disability

Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid
Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance
Parental Leave up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program

Retirement

401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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